The Albaco Collection — Ferrari Diecast

A few random images of the Albaco collection on display. Below, a selection of models in a variety of scales   Below, display of 395 different Hot Wheels Ferraris in 1:64 scale   Below, a display of 1:43 scale Ferraris by Best, Box & Brumm of Italy   Below, some wall art   Below, some of the books, magazines and other publications   Below, the Factory Brochures archive contains nearly 600 different original Ferrari issued brochures, press kits, and other marketing material.   The collection also includes a few select pieces of vintage original Ferrari Pit Crew apparel, including this...

2 of Michael Schumacher's championship winning Ferraris, the F1 2000 and the F-2002. All models are Hotwheels by Mattel, 1:18 scale die-cast.

Dont ask!!! "Who came up with this and why" is a legitimate question. Produced by Majorette of France in the mid-to-late '80s. 1:60 scale diecast model of the Ferrari 288 GTO. One of a series of "Extreme Animals" models, some based on real vehicles, some completely fictional, that were half animal; a precursor to Transformers. The wheels can be adjusted to raise or lower either end of the car. Majorette 2101  

Limited Edition Alfa Romeo Tipo B (P3), Luigi Fagioli, Italian Grand Prix (Coppa Italia) 1933. 1:18 Scale, built model, by Revival International of Italy and on a Schedoni Leather base. Sold exclusively through the "Ferrari Owners" website/catalogue in a limited edition of 399.

Somewhat elusive in 1:43 scale till Old Cars began making replicas in the 1990's (?). Smaller 1:64 and HO scale transporters have been available since the 1970's. Polistil / Politoys, Corgi Toys Solido and a few other brands ventured into this space. Below: Fiat 642 1956 Ferrari Transporter, by Old Cars 1:43 (5600). Ferrari 250 GTO by Box Model, both Ferrari 250 LM by Mercury Below: Rolfo M160 1967 Ferrari Transporter by Old Cars, 1:43 (5700). Ferrai 250 LM by Mercury and Ferrari 330 P4 by Mebetoys (a-27)     Above and below, with lights on and engine sound (yes, I know,...